MHA CEO Brian Peters joined Michigan’s Big Show Dec. 16 to discuss the 340B drug pricing program and legislation that would have safeguarded the program.
Peters joined guest host Mel Seifert and discussed Senate Bill 1179, which would have protected cost savings from manufacturer encroachment and preserved access to affordable healthcare services in both urban and rural Michigan communities. The interview occurred days after the bill passed the Senate with broad bipartisan support following a 30-3 vote.
“The average cost of a prescription drug is now over $300,000 for a newly introduced prescription medication,” said Peters. “That is just remarkable and does affect all Michiganders in some way or form. We’re excited our state 340B legislation passed the state Senate on a very, very strong bipartisan vote.”
The bill did not see further action due to inactivity by the House during the week of Dec. 16.
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